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$76,821
High-end Earners in
Georgia ( Top 10% )
$40,581
median annual wage
$20
median hourly wage
Responsibilities
  • Operate heavy machinery like excavators, loaders, or bulldozers to perform tasks like digging, trenching, loading, hauling, and leveling.
  • Ensure equipment readiness through pre-operation checks, verifying functionality, and reporting any problems.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks like lubrication, cleaning filters, and checking fluids.
  • Load, unload, and transport cargo and equipment to designated areas.
  • Adjust equipment settings for specific tasks and keep track of scheduled maintenance.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety protocols and ensuring the safety of others.
  • Document equipment usage by keeping logs or performance records to report problems and track operation.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and project plans to operate equipment correctly.
  • Communicate effectively by reporting any issues or delays encountered while operating equipment.